The Gold of the Gods - Softcover

Reeve, Arthur B.

 
9781417924103: The Gold of the Gods

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The Gold of the Gods is a novel written by Arthur B. Reeve. The book tells the story of Craig Kennedy, a detective who is hired to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a wealthy businessman named John Schuyler. Schuyler was last seen in South America, where he was searching for a lost treasure known as the ""Gold of the Gods."" Kennedy travels to South America to follow Schuyler's trail and uncovers a dangerous conspiracy involving a group of ruthless criminals who will stop at nothing to get their hands on the gold. Along the way, Kennedy meets a beautiful woman named Elaine Dodge, who becomes his ally in the search for the treasure. As Kennedy and Elaine get closer to finding the gold, they are pursued by the criminals who will stop at nothing to get it. The novel is full of action, adventure, and suspense as Kennedy and Elaine race against time to uncover the truth about the Gold of the Gods and bring the criminals to justice. Overall, The Gold of the Gods is a thrilling and exciting read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.1915. One of the Craig Kennedy Series. The book begins: There's something weird and mysterious about the robbery, Kennedy. They took the very thing I treasure most of all, an ancient Peruvian dagger. Professor Allan Norton was very much excited as he dropped into Craig's laboratory early that forenoon. Norton, I may say, was one of the younger members of the faculty, like Kennedy. Already, however, he had made for himself a place as one of the foremost of South American explorers and archaeologists. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Arthur B. Reeve was an American author and screenwriter, best known for his contributions to the detective fiction genre in the early 20th century. He gained popularity for creating the character Craig Kennedy, a scientific detective who used innovative forensic techniques to solve crimes. Reeve's writing often reflected his fascination with science and technology, incorporating elements of forensic science that were groundbreaking for the time. His most notable works include ""The Silent Bullet,"" ""The War Terror,"" and ""The Social Gangster,"" among others. Reeve's stories typically feature intricate plots and strong character development, exploring themes of justice, morality, and the impact of science on society. In addition to his novels, Reeve wrote for film and collaborated on several screenplays during the silent and early sound eras. Though not as widely read today, his contributions laid important groundwork for the detective genre, influencing future writers and shaping the portrayal of scientific investigation in literature.

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